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At the spookiest time of the year, Halloween, there’s no shortage of haunting experiences, scary performances and creepy houses to explore. Whether you prefer discovering your city by broomstick or are content dishing out lollies and chocolates to trick or treaters, there’s something spook-tacular for everyone to do this October 31st and beyond.

Before a hen flies the coop and leaves her single life behind, it’s customary to hold a party for ladies to wax lyrical about all the good times before true love came knocking. Whether it’s a way to catch up with friends or remind the bride-to-be what she might be missing, these ideas will ensure her bachelorette days end on a high.

The last time I picked up a paintbrush was in Year 8 Visual Arts class and I haven’t touched one since. Painting – like drawing and art in general – is not my thing. I have neither the patience nor the delicate touch that is required to be a true artiste. However, when I learnt you could combine painting with wine at Life with Paint’s social events, I was back on board.

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